Special Education Paraeducator: Instructional Support (IEP)

Montgomery County Public Schools; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator at Seneca Valley High School in Germantown, MD. The role supports students with IEPs, providing academic, behavioral, and personal care assistance in a variety of instructional settings.

Training in SSPGS and flexible scheduling are noted, with potential off-site activities as needed. The position starts at grade 17-18 with opportunities for advancement after six months and required training hours.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum nine education-related credits; behavior management/instructional strategies.
• One year of structured educational setting experience preferred; or equivalent.
• ParaPro assessment with a qualifying score of 455+ required or equivalent combinations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with IEPs and provide academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support.
• Attend to student personal care and medical needs; support off-ground learning activities when required.
• Provide instructional and classroom management support and perform related clerical tasks.
• Work with students with special needs and adapt to flexible scheduling and location changes.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Instructional strategies

Classroom management

Behavior management

Verbal and written communication

Supporting students with special needs

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Nine credit-hours in education field

Two years of related experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator at Seneca Valley High School in Germantown, MD. The role supports students with IEPs, providing academic, behavioral, and personal care assistance in a variety of instructional settings.

Training in SSPGS and flexible scheduling are noted, with potential off-site activities as needed. The position starts at grade 17-18 with opportunities for advancement after six months and required training hours.